comforting

Example Sentences

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I want to focus on that because I could see it as being intentionally comforting to the reader.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

Everything, including the old fashioneds my wife ordered, was comforting and satisfying.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

“It was just kind of one in that moment: She’s my mother and also my director that’s comforting me, helping me through the scene. It worked really well.”

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 18, 2026

It has enjoyed comforting support at the 50 day SMA since last summer.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

Even though I was learning that this was just a facade she put on and took off like a well-worn coat, it was comforting to pretend she had everything under control.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin